Effect Of Health Extension Worker-Led Based Interventions on Improving Self-Management Behavior Among Diabetic Patients in Ethiopia

NAEnrolling by invitationINTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment

560

Participants

Timeline

Start Date

February 1, 2024

Primary Completion Date

February 1, 2025

Study Completion Date

February 1, 2025

Conditions
Diabetes Mellitus, Self-management Behavior and Glycosylated Hemoglobin Levels
Interventions
BEHAVIORAL

Health Extension Led club based Intervention

The Health Extension Workers-led club-based intervention primarily focuses on equipping individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to enhance their self-management behavior. The intervention encompasses education on adopting healthy eating habits, promoting regular exercise, effectively managing weight, and supporting smoking cessation. It emphasizes the importance of regular blood sugar level monitoring, limiting alcohol intake, and reducing sedentary behavior. The intervention also includes counseling to provide guidance and support in adopting and maintaining healthy behaviors. Additionally, it highlights the significance of adhering to medication regimens for optimal health outcomes. If additional medical attention is required, the intervention provides referral services to nearby health facilities.

Trial Locations (1)

251

Debre Berhan University and North Shoa Zone Health Department, Debre Berhan

All Listed Sponsors
collaborator

University of South Africa

OTHER

lead

Debre Berhan University

OTHER